Chapter 21 Willing to Take the Bait
Hazel checked her watch, it was still early. With a sigh, she put down her work, grabbed her hag and keys, and headed for the elevator.
As soon as she stepped out, she spotted Isaac’s car parked night at the company entrance.
Les cute little face was smashed against the car window, and he started waving like crazy when he saw her. Mommy
His bright, cheerful voice and big smile instantly wiped away her fatigue. She picked up her pace
She hated to admit it, but even though George’s bossy attitude drove her nuts, she missed Les like crazy after not seeing him for half a month.
Hazel hopped into Isaacs car, and they made a beeline for the 5KP mail, the swankiest shopping spot around
Les dragged her straight to the high–end custom dress section
But as soon as they walked in, Hazel spotted Bianca and Lark from a distance.
Nach’s birthday party, huh? Why are you getting
IF all dsiirl
Don’t you look down on George? Bianca teased Lark
Don’t be ridiculous. I’m not dressing up for him; I just love buying pretty clothes, Lark said, all smug. “I’m gonna outshine everyone.”
Of course, you’re gorgeous and have great style. Who could compete with you?” Bianca said, not meaning a word of it. Then she noticed Hazel with a little by, chatting with a store clerk, completely ignoring them.
Hazel Lark called out, raising her voice.
But Hazel acted like they didn’t exist,
Hazel, are you blind? How dare you ignore us? Lark stormed over,
Bianca followed right behind her
Lark neered at Leo and mocked, “Didnt expect you want to be his stepmom so desperately. Hazel, have you no shame? Doing all this to please a man.”
Leo pouted, annoyed that these two we
were ruining his time with Hazel
Hazel glanced at Lark, then smirked and hit play on her recorder, replaying their nasty comments.
Laki face twisted in anger, she hadn’t expected Hagel to record her.
“What do you think would happen if this recording went online? Wouldn’t a big star like you get torn apart by public opinion?” Hazel mused, still smiling.
And I heard your recent gigs haven’t been going well.”
*If you don 1 want this recording all over the media to
tomorrow, you’d better back off,” Hazel wamed.
Lark had always been a snob. Even when Hazel was with Enk, she always tried to outdo her..
Now, being humiliated in front of everyone made her boil with rage.
Lark, dont stoop to her level, Hazel’s capable of anything despicable, Bianca tried so calm her down, not wanting to make things worse.
“Unlike her, who had one–night stands with so many people at 18, what wouldn’t she do? Lark sneered.
“Enough, Lark.” Bianca tried to play peacemaker, but there was a hint of a smirk on her lips.
alked over to Hazel with a concerned look. “Hazel, don’t mind her. You know she durant mean any harm. She just says things without thinking.”
Hazel cut her off, glancing at her watch:
anca, who had ditched work to go shopping, was caught off guard and went silent
Hari didn’t
any more time on them. She took Leo’s hand and turned
as they were about to go,
lerk brought over the dress, a finely crafted custom tuxedo.
“Leo, try it on,” Hazel said.
the
In the turdo. Les Inoked like a little prince, catching admiring glances from everyone around.
⠀⠀⠀ Kark and Bianca couldn’t help but feel a twinge of jealousy at how good he looked
“What the use of good looks? Some people are just be lucky. He just a firefighters kid, what future does he have?” Bianca muttered, trying to make herell feel better.
She had already assumed the guy Hazel liked was poor and had no status
But Hazel didn’t care what they thought. She pulled out her phone, snapped a few pics, and sent them to George: What do you think? Does it look good “)
George: Not bad | George replied quickly, making Hazel frown. Did he say he was busy?
Harel replied: [ Then we’ll take this one
George responded: Got it.
Hazel frowned slightly and asked the clerk to wrap it up. Another clerk brought over a stunning dress and handed it to her.
Before she could say anything. Lark loudly told the clerk, I want to try on that dress.”
The clerk looked apologetic and bowed deeply. “I’m sorry. Miss Murphy, but this dress was reserved by Ms. Astar.”
that possible? I saw it first, and I want to try it on Lark, without any hesitation, tried to grab the dress.
She then good excitedly in front of the mirror, admining herself from all angles.
She had been in the store for a long time and hadn’t liked any of the other clothes, but she fell in love with this dress at first sight.
This dress really complements your style,” Banca said, full of flattery, though she was actually seething with jealousy
Who wouldn’t like such a beautiful dress?
really sorry, Miss Murphy, but this dress was reserved by Ms. Astor. The clerk repeated.
Name your price. I buy it Lark didn’t listen. Wrap it up for me right now
store clerk remained motionless with a troubled expression. In front of so many people, Lark felt humiliated.
Lark shouted. Is this how you serve VIP customers? Do you believe III continue to file complaints against you right now?
The clerk looked even more distressed and turned to Hazel.
Hazel was puzzled. She had never ordered this dress. But the nest second, she suddenly realized something and furrowed her brows
It seemed that George had prepared this small surprise fo
for her
Before she could trait, Lark had already taken out the black card symbolizing his status. “Pack it up for me immediately.
The deri soll dide I move, looking troubled.
the store manager came out. “Miss Murpla, Fu really sorry, but this dress was custom–made to Ms. Astors measurements. It might not fit you well” glanced at Lark a want.
Are you saying that a dress made to her measurements won’t fit me? Are you calling me fat? Lark was furious. “I’ll wear it just to show you?”
